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The Path of Discovery—Exploring, Growing and Making Life’s Choices is a collection of poetry and prose, written over a five-year period. The words are directed to all those who have experienced self-doubt, insecurity, low self-esteem, difficulty in making good life decisions and for people struggling through recovery.

The book touches on many topics—childhood, adulthood, and aging; relationships, loss, inspiration, love and laughter. Author, Judith Goffin says, “It is my intent that this collection will be of value to those determined to be in charge of their feelings and, most importantly, their lives.”

Psychologists, religious leaders, grieving counselors and groups, use this book of poetry to help to ease the pain of the loss of a loved one. It has found its mark with hundreds of people who have lost a loved one. It is a poignant, inscribed, loving gift given by family and friends to people who have lost a loved one due to their passing or sometimes when an important relationship ends.

This book of poetry helps ease the pain of the loss of a loved one. Judith Goffin writes about her first year of grieving following the death of her adult son. The chronology of the year helps readers through the grieving process. The poetry text will reassure readers that they are not alone and that others have had similar experiences.

The book is intended for an individual to read alone. It speaks directly to the person, touching on all areas of loss and the ability to survive that loss.

What People Are Saying
“It touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes,”
“Thank you so very much for your book. It reached many areas in my life.”
“You used the words in my heart and put them in print.”
“It helped me to know that others have experienced a loss and feel as I do and that I am not alone.”
“The book is sensitive and beautiful and fills a need for many people.”
“It is such a blessing that you were able to express this heartfelt experience. I admire your strength, courage and love.”
“I was going to sit down and read one poem — and didn’t get up until I finished the entire book. It’s beautifully done.”
“Your book touched me deeply–I knew I was not alone. As I read the words that you had written, I felt relieved knowing that what I was experiencing in my grief for a loved one, I found you had experienced the same emotions that I felt.”
Media Reviews
Toluca Lake, CA – The Tolucan Times- Canyon Crier wrote “Year-long Chronology of Poetry Serves as a Catalyst for Healing.” Grieving- A Mother’s Point of View is a sensitive, caring book.
In an interview with Editor Carol Osmon of Not Born Yesterday, a senior publication, Osmon quoted part of one of Goffin’s poems– “They say that time heals everything, but “they” are wrong. Life heals everything.” And Osmon said, “Judy deals with life using her inner-strength, perseverance and love.”
West Coast Jewish News told readers that Grieving-A Mother’s Point of View is a book for individuals to read alone as it speaks directly to the person who seeks inspiration through poetry.
The Orange County Register columnist, Jane Glenn Haas said, “Long poems, short verses, some rhyming and others not– they are gathered into Goffin’s book with honest emotions and love. This is her first self-published book, but there will be others to help people go through life’s adversities.”
The loss of her 41-year-old son prompted Judith Goffin to write an intimate, yearlong chronology of poetry to help others through their grieving process.
Grieving–A Mother’s Point of View is a book of poetry to help ease the pain of the loss of a loved one–in this case an adult son. It is a chronology of a year in the grieving process. The poetry text will reassure readers that they are not alone and that others have had similar experiences. The book is intended for an individual to read alone. It speaks directly to the person, touching on all areas of loss and the ability to survive that loss.

We all search for love throughout our lives, seeking peace and contentment in the choices we make, she says. Embracing Love addresses the three most areas of love– love of self, love of life and relationship love. Although at times these areas overlap and merge, searching for answers for the ultimate love must, of necessity, begin with oneself.

In her book, Goffin creates her poetry (392 pages with 223 poems) to capture love of life based on personal attitudes of joy, happiness, pleasure and commitment. Learning to enjoy the little things as well as wonders of nature, the earth and our surroundings can bring a multitude of awareness and brighter our personal world.

Embracing Love is divided into nine sections with titles that include: Romance: It is or It Isn’t, The Brass Ring: When It Turns to Gold, Forgiving Oneself, Sweet Songs of Love, and When It’s Over.

This is the second edition of my book, which was updated to include chapters about how social media can help your business in many wonderful ways.

The information superhighway has literally exploded over the past decade with many possibilities for promoting your organization. While many young people handle this wonderful new world quite skillfully, we understand the many different skill levels that need to be addressed. This book gives a handds-on approach that can be readily used to draw media ands community attention and be put to good use by a number of people and organizations, whether you’re starting out or have been doing this for awhile.

Who should read this book?

Anyone that is involved in small business marketing, working with a Chamber of Commerce, or is part of a non-profit can benefit from the methods described in this book. You will learn how to get information, events and news about your group in print and spread to the masses through many different avenues of communication. You’ll also learn the value of maintaining your Web site, blog and also delve into keeping up with social media sites.

There are so many outstanding places and ways to brand your clients, agency, or organization! All you have to do is read on to find out how!

YORBA LINDA, CALIF- MAY 2012 -Memories are a treat for Judith Goffin as she looks back at her gardens through the years.

Goffin, a Yorba Linda resident, is celebrating the release of her fourth book of poetry this month, Memories in the Garden, a whimsical poetic jaunt through the seasons describing her personal philosophy— how the garden can seduce you. Her photography is also used throughout the book and as cover art.

Goffin’s poetry has been featured in Fullerton Arboretum’s newsletter many times over the last few years. Greg Dyment, Arboretum director, has used Goffin’s poetry also in campaigns to benefit the arboretum.

But it was Mark Costello, director of Friends of the Arboretum who included her poetry in the Arboretum’s newsletter. He said, ” Judy’s poetry always brought a smile to my face and I knew our readers looked forward to her strolls in the garden, capturing nature in prose in a gardener’s partnership with the seeds, plants, sun and rain that brought her poetry alive.’’

The book is dedicated to Mr. Costello as he supported her writing and to long-time friend Alan Graner, who when reading this books’ poetry said “It always made him hungry when she wrote about fruits and vegetables.” Alan Graner has been friends with Ms. Goffin since the late 70s. Ms. Goffin said,” He is always there to pat me on the head and say, “yes that is good,” or smile while he is reading something of mine and the edges of his eyes crinkle up as he smiles.

Memories in the Garden is 60 pages of whimsical memories, showcasing discovery of such things as Goffin’s blue Schwinn Bicycle, a child’s swings and the crisp smells, colors and beauty of Fall. She says this is her “Hallmark” book. Easy to carry in purse or briefcase, filled with poetry that opens up others bank of memories-their mother’s sweet peas, the 4th of July parade, growing vegetables with parents and grandparents and words that tickle the memory.

She said, “I have dreamed of a small book of poetry to tuck under my arm or store in a floppy travel bag. One that would awaken my senses of childhood and one that brought giggles and sometimes tears to my eyes. Memories in the Garden is that sweet book.”

Judith Goffin is the owner of Goffin Public Relations, established in 1980 and a pioneer in public relations in Orange County, CA. She is an author, a lecturer, photographer and President of Holiday Princes Publishing, a boutique company that features books, antiques and collectibles.

Memories in the Garden is $14.85, plus shipping and handling and is available on Goffn’s website www.judygoffin.com and will soon be available on Amazon.com. Goffin is available for speaking engagements and book signings. She may be contacted at 714-528-1258 or by e-mail at holidayprincesspublishing@sbcglobal.net.